Obsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Out, damn spot, out I say, is an often misquoted famous speech from MacBeth. As we investigate Lady's MacBeth's behavior, and her need to continuously wash her hands to rid them of her guilt (i.e. blood stains) we quickly learn what obsessive-compulsive behavior is all about, at least with M' Lady.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a type of anxiety disorder. If you have OCD, you have repeated, upsetting thoughts called obsessions. You do the same thing over and over again to try to make the thoughts go away. Those repeated actions are called compulsions.

Anti-Stigma: Do You Know the Facts?

Stigma is not just a matter of using the wrong word or action. Stigma is about disrespect. It is the use of negative labels to identify a person living with mental illness. Stigma is a barrier. Fear of stigma, and the resulting discrimination, discourages individuals and their families from getting the help they need. An estimated 22 to 23 percent of the U.S. population experience a mental disorder in any given year, but almost half of these individuals do not seek treatment (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2002; U.S. Surgeon General, 2001).